The perfect complement to a maxi dress on a hot summer day is this gold leather huarache shoe by Chinese Laundry. It's constructed with a padded insole and a cork wedge that will take you a little more than 6 inches off the ground —$69.95 at Hemline (605 Metairie Road, Metairie, 309-8778; 609 Chartres St., 592-0242; 3308 Magazine St., 269-4005; www.shophemline.com).
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Add another 5 inches to your gams with these chestnut brown thong wedges by Chinese Laundry. They feature faux snake leather straps, a cushioned insole, rubber platform and elasticized heel strap for comfort — $79.95 at Hemline (605 Metairie Road, Metairie, 309-8778; 609 Chartres St., 592-0242; 3308 Magazine St., 269-4005; www.shophemline.com).
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These wear-with-anything slip-on wedges will fit flawlessly into your summer wardrobe with their black leather straps, cushioned insole and 4.5-inch heel — $78 at Ele Shoes (3316 Magazine St., 309-8674; www.eleshoes.com).